Quality Assurance Technician

Lyons Magnus, LLC; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Sec. 125

401(k) plan

Job summary

Lyons Magnus, LLC in Kentucky is seeking a QA Technician to verify that products meet safe food handling and quality standards, collaborating with Operations to maintain controls and timely issue resolution. In this role, you will assist root-cause analyses, perform QA lab checks, document results, and help train QA Lab staff.

A High School Diploma with 1–3 years’ lab experience and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint is required, GMP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 1-3 years’ lab experience, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Detail oriented with accurate and legible documentation.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assist root-cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Perform QA lab checks and document results.
• Train QA Lab, Line, and dept. policies.
• Collect and ship customer samples with proper documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Laboratory procedures

GMP compliance

Document control

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Biology/Chemistry/Food Science coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus LLC in the forefront of the food industry. Lyons is involved in each phase of the food manufacturing process from the growing of the raw materials to the marketing of the finished products – and everything in between. Lyons produces more than 2,000 different items for the industrial ingredient and foodservice segments, designing products for some of the top restaurant chains in the country, as well as international accounts.

Job Type

Full-time

Shift Schedule

• Day: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Mid: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Pay Range

• Day shift: $20.00 - $21.00 /per hour
• Mid and Night shifts include a 5% differential.

Job Summary

The Quality Department is responsible for verifying that product meets or exceeds safe food handling and quality standards. This includes taking any necessary corrective action in the event of an issue. They are responsible for collaborating with Operations and other functional stakeholders to ensure safe, wholesome and set quality parameters are adhered to, controls in place are functioning as designed and escape matters in a timely manner. In the absence of the QA Technician, the QA Lead or Supervisor will back fill.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Level 1 QA will:
• Assist in problem solving events to determine root cause and establish preventive measures.
• Has knowledge and application of 100% of all laboratory procedures, cross functionally trained and able to cover 100% of Quality Control and Assurance checks or expectations
• Assist as a Trainer for all QA Lab, Line, and dept. policies and procedures
• Performs sensory evaluation on samples and document as necessary
• Ensure effective collection and shipment of customer samples and with appropriate documentation.
• Ability to work independently at batch station and elevate when necessary
• Ability to effectively batch/make necessary adjustments using experience and tools provided at frontline station for all lines/product SKUs independently.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Follow all lab methods and procedures (responsibilities are completed and accurate).
• Active participation in the LME safety program.
• Complete all required food safety training per Alchemy protocol.
• Abides by all internal policies, including adherence to all GMP practices, attendance policy and completion of methodology described in the Technical Services Manual.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint,
• A proven track record of exceptional organizational, planning and overall time management skills in addition to exceptional verbal and written communication

Education And/or Experience

• High School Diploma with 1-3 years' experience in a laboratory environment, preferably one in a food manufacturing facility. Additional course work in (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science) or related discipline a plus.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Detail oriented with the ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.

Additional Information

Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the very best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that include Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more.

To learn more about Lyons Magnus, LLC its products and core values, visit www.lyonsmagnus.com.

Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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